How to install Adobe Reader XI using:

Installing Adobe Reader XI is a two-step process. First you download the installation package, and then you install Reader from that package file. You do not have to remove the older version of Reader before installing Reader XI.

You need Mac OS 10.6.4, 10.7.2, 10.8, or later to run Reader XI. If your operating system doesn't support Reader XI, click the link "Do you have a different language or operating system?" and choose an earlier version of Reader.

When asked whether to save the .dmg file, select Save File.

If you do not see this dialog box, another window could be blocking it. Try moving any other windows out of the way.

You need Mac OS 10.6.4, 10.7.2, 10.8, or later to run Reader XI. If your operating system doesn't support Reader XI, click the link "Do you have a different language or operating system?" and choose an earlier version of Reader.

You need Mac OS 10.6.4, 10.7.2, 10.8, or later to run Reader XI. If your operating system doesn't support Reader XI, click the link "Do you have a different language or operating system?" and choose an earlier version of Reader.

When the file appears at the bottom of the browser, click the file. (If you don't see the file, choose Downloads from the Chrome menu at the top right.)

Double-click Install Adobe Reader.

When asked if you are sure you want to open the file, click Open.

When prompted, enter your name and password.

Once the installation is completed, click Finish.

Still need help?

If you have trouble downloading Reader after trying the steps in this TechNote, try downloading the Reader installer directly by clicking this link: get.adobe.com/reader/direct. Select your operating system, language, and version, and then click Download Now. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the download.

To see if other users are experiencing similar download and installation problems, visit the Reader user-to-user forum, or the Deployment & Installation forum on AcrobatUsers.com. Try posting your problem on the forums for interactive troubleshooting. When posting on forums, include your operating system and product version number.

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